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The installation must conform with local codes or, in 

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas 

code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) and to the National 

electrical code, ANSI/NFpA70 (latest edition).
NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a quali-

fied service person. The appliance should be inspected 

before use and at least annually by a qualified service 

person. More frequent cleaning may be required due 

to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. 

It is imperative that control compartment, burners and 

circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept 

clean.

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an 

appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appli-

ance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT 

be obstructed.
Provide adequate clearance around air openings into 

the  combustion  chamber  and  adequate  accessibility 

clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER 

obstruct the front opening of the appliance.

This  Empire  Comfort  Systems,  Inc.  firebox  and  its 

components have been tested and will operate safely 

when installed in accordance with this installation 

manual. Read all instructions before starting installation, 

then  follow  these  instructions  carefully  during 

installation  to  maximize  firebox  benefit  and  safety. 

Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
The  Empire  Comfort  Systems,  Inc.  warranty  will  be 

voided by, and Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. disclaims 

any responsibility for the following actions:

-  Installation of any damaged firebox.

-  Modification of the firebox or any of the components 

parts thereof.

-  Installation  other  than  as  instructed  by  Empire 

comfort Systems, Inc.

-  Installation and/or use of any component part 

or  accessory  not  approved  by  Empire  Comfort 

Systems,  Inc.  in  combination  or  assembly  with 

a  Empire  Comfort  Systems,  Inc.  firebox,  not 

withstanding  any  independent  testing  laboratory 

or other third party approval of such component 

part or accessory.

Any such action may create a possible fire hazard.

Consult your local building codes.
Firebox Screen.

The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox 

is operating.

Instructions to Installer

1.  Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after 

installation.

2.  Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card 

supplied with firebox.

3.  Installer should show owner how to start and operate 

log set that is installed into firebox.

Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, 

Serial Number.
Notice:  During  initial  firing  of  this  firebox  with  a  log  set 

installed, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To 

prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in 

which the unit is installed.

Qualified Installing Agency

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization 

equipment  or  accessories  and  repair  and  servicing  of 

equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency. 

The  term  "qualified  agency"  means  any  individual,  firm, 

corporation or company which either in person or through 

a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a) 

the  installation  or  replacement  of  gas  piping  or  (b)  the 

connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment, 

who is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions 

required and has complied with all the requirements of the 

authority having jurisdiction.

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made 

by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth 

of Massachusetts. The state of Massachusetts requires 

that a flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three 

feet in length.
Sellers  of  unvented  propane  or  natural  gas-fired 

supplemental  room  heaters  shall  provide  to  each 

purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and 

natural  gas-fired  space  heaters  shall  be  prohibited  in 

bedrooms and bathrooms.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the 

absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, 

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.*

*Available from the American National Standards Institute, 

Inc., 11 West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.

IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUcTION

Summary of Contents for Deluxe VFD32FB0F-3

Page 1: ...h your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier Do not attempt to modify or alter the construc tion...

Page 2: ...NE CONNECTION 9 OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 12 OPTIONAL FBB5 SINGLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 15 JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16 MAINTENANCE 16...

Page 3: ...val of such component part or accessory Any such action may create a possible fire hazard Consult your local building codes Firebox Screen The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is opera...

Page 4: ...dicular combustible side wall should not be less than 6 inches See Figure 1 Firebox Side and Back Clearances The firebox outer casing side and back flanges are zero clearance to combustibles Top Frami...

Page 5: ...talled it must meet the clearance requirements detailed below Grate Clearance The minimum clearance between the front legs of the grate and front edge of the firebox is 2 inches Leave at least 36 inch...

Page 6: ...d directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring it should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit At this point you sho...

Page 7: ...8 F 31 36 40 31 36 40 G 22 1 4 24 1 4 24 1 4 22 1 4 24 1 4 24 1 4 H 1 3 16 1 3 16 1 3 16 6 1 8 6 1 8 6 1 8 I 28 3 8 30 3 8 30 3 8 28 3 8 30 3 8 30 3 8 J 8 5 16 8 5 16 8 5 16 8 5 16 8 5 16 8 5 16 K 4...

Page 8: ...ss stainless steel or hammered pewter hoods are desired they can be purchased as an option Attachment is the same as the standard black hood Flush Face Models 1 On flush face models loosen the two scr...

Page 9: ...ut that must be removed also Use a screwdriver to punch out the metal knockout Check gas type Use only the gas type indicated on the gas log set rating plate If the gas listed on the plate is not your...

Page 10: ...d the unit Hardware needed not provided 4 inch Aluminum Flex Duct 2 Band Clamps Tools needed Gloves Metal snips 5 16 inch Nut Driver Phillips Screwdriver Caution Sharp edges Slide Assembly Installatio...

Page 11: ...hood to the building 2 Secure the 4 inch diameter duct to the Slide Assembly collar on the firebox with band clamps or screws installer supplied 3 Run the other end of the duct through the exterior wa...

Page 12: ...2 0215 Page 12 OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 PARTS LIST INDEX NO PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 29259 Outside Air Vent Assembly 2 29257 Slide Assembly 3 29263 Handle Retainer Hardware...

Page 13: ...w er to the Firebox and control the operation of the FBB5 Blower assembly It is recommended that installation of the wiring be performed by a qualified electrician See Figure 20 1 If installed turn OF...

Page 14: ...te the wires away from moving parts of the blower assem bly and retain wires together near the blower motor using the plastic purse clip provided 11 To complete the installation plug the power cord in...

Page 15: ...n blower wheels Warning Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater from cycling To turn off gas to the heater millivolt model push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF D...

Page 16: ...Install a UL listed cable clamp not supplied in the knockout hole Leave approximately 6 inches of wire in the junction box for connection Attach black wire to one side of the receptacle and white wir...

Page 17: ...be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer Proof of purchase is required for warranty parts All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number an...

Page 18: ...TITY 2 8 R10388 R10392 R10392 BRICK PANEL RIGHT REFRACTORY BRICK 8 31675 31678 31678 BRICK PANEL RIGHT FIBER BRICK 9 R10386 R10390 R10394 BRICK PANEL BACK REFRACTORY BRICK 9 31676 31679 31680 BRICK PA...

Page 19: ...33637 2 0215 Page 19 PARTS VIEW 1 2 5 4 3 6 10 9 8 7 12 12 16 11 13 14 15...

Page 20: ...1 Brick Liners Deluxe Firebox Contact dealer for all available optional liner kits Fresh Air Kit 1 2 3 Deluxe and Premium Fireboxes VFA2 Frame Kits 3 Piece Frame Kits Black Stainless Steel or Hammered...

Page 21: ...ss Steel finishes Contact dealer for all avail able optional louver acces sories Bottom Trim Strip Available as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pew ter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for...

Page 22: ...tive workmanship within one year from the date of purchase Empire will repair or replace at Empire s option Duties Of The Owner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer and operated in...

Page 23: ...33637 2 0215 Page 23 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes...

Page 24: ...s Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products please e mail us at info empirecomfort com If you have a service or repair question...

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